Senior Cook

About Distinction LLC

Distinction, LLC is a small, Mississippi-based business that was recently awarded operation of the St. Louis Job Corps Center. We are looking for qualified applicants who are enthusiastic, energetic, and purpose-driven to fill vacant positions beginning April 1, 2025.

Working with at-promise youth on a Job Corps Center is both rewarding and fulfilling. We offer competitive pay and a positive work environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth and development.

About the role

Responsible for the preparation of all center meals within established budget allowances in accordance with pre-planned menus in compliance with government and management directives.

What you'll do

• Establish quantity of food to be prepared for each meal according to the menu and number of students.
• Coordinate meal amounts with Cooks and Cook Helpers.
• Instruct and mentor Cooks, Cook Helpers and student interns in the safe, hygienic method of preparing appetizing, visually appealing meals.
• Ensure minimum waste through efficient storage, inventory, and food utilization.
• Assist in preparation of daily schedule, monthly/quarterly and seasonal meal calendars.
• Assign specific duties to staff and students and monitor/report work performance.
• Coordinate activities of Cooks and Cook Helpers in the preparation, efficient and timely arrangement, serving, and cleanup of meals.
• Take charge of all food service functions on assigned shift in the absence of Food Services Manager.
• Oversee storeroom inventory through a perpetual inventory tracking system, and coordinate receiving functions of deliveries with Property/Receiving Department.
• Direct and assist in preparing food for special center functions.
• Maintain kitchen equipment in orderly, workable condition.
• Ensure work area is safe, clean, and sanitary at all times.
• Maintain required credentials and/or certifications of position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must have food preparation training and two years related experience.
• Must obtain SERV safe certification within 90 days of employment.
• Experience working with youth, excellent written and verbal communications skills and computer proficiency also required.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record, unless waived by management.